Corlar® 2.8 HG™ High Solids Epoxy

General Industrial
Technical
Data Sheet
Corlar® 2.8 HG™
High Solids Epoxy
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
A high build, high solids, two-component, VOC conforming (2.8 lbs./gal.), high gloss epoxy
based on Axalta modified polyamide epoxy technology. The resulting coating is designed to
be highly durable and to deliver outstanding corrosion and chemical resistance.
SUGGESTED USES
As a high performance coating or topcoat on properly prepared carbon steel, galvanized
steel, stainless steel, aluminum, concrete, concrete block and wood where:
 Smooth appearance with high gloss and custom color capability is desired.
 Excellent resistance to chemical and/or marine environments is required.
 Application by brush and roller, in addition to spraying, may be necessary.
 Application may be required down to 40°F.
USDA approved -- (incidental food contact) contains no lead or chromate pigments.
Corlar 2.8 HG will chalk upon exposure to sunlight. If gloss, color retention and color stability
are important, Corlar 2.8 HG should be topcoated with Imron® 2.8 HG™ or Imron 3.5 HG™
+ or other appropriate topcoat.
COMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER COATINGS
Corlar 2.8 HG is highly compatible with most coating types. It may be used over most aged
and hard cured coatings in good condition. Testing for lifting, bubbling and adhesion is
recommended to assure compatibility with unknown coatings. Contact your Axalta
representative for specific recommendations.
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR
 Immersion service
 Extreme exposure without topcoat
PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES
Abrasion & Mechanical
Alkalis
Humidity
Solvents
Acids
Salts
Weather
Ammonia
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Very Good
Excellent
Very Good (will chalk on exterior exposure)
Excellent
COLOR
Select Factory Packaged colors and custom mixes available.
The products referenced herein may not be sold in your market. Please consult your
distributor for product availability.
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MIXING
COMPONENTS
Corlar 2.8 HG – Base
1 gallon container short filled to allow for colorant
1LB26P™ Light base
(122 oz./gal)
2MB26P™ Medium base (116 oz/gal)
3DB26P™ Deep Base
(110 oz/gal)
4NB26P™ Neutral base (104 oz/gal)
Corlar VG-026™ Activator
1 gallon container 100% Full (128 oz.)
MIX RATIO
Component
Corlar 2.8 HG – 26P Base
Corlar VG-026 Activator
Part by Vol.
1
1
ACTIVATION
Thoroughly agitate Corlar 2.8 HG (26P) base to uniformly incorporate all pigments. Add 1
part Corlar VG-026 Activator to 1 part Corlar 2.8 HG (26P) base. Allow 1 hour induction prior
to using.
Reduction
None required for normal conditions. Use up to 20% T-8054™ Thinner on hot or windy days.
If more than 20% reduction is required, contact your local Axalta representative.
APPLICATION THINNERS
Normal Conditions
Hot or Windy Conditions
None required
T-8054
*Do not thin if compliance with 2.8 lbs/gal is required.
POT LIFE
5 hours @ 70°F to 90°F after induction period of 1 hour.
APPLICATION
SURFACE PREPARATION
Can be applied directly over properly cured primers or most old thermoset coatings in good
condition. Before application to surface, hardened or smooth concrete, roughen surface.
Surface must be clean, dry and free of chemical contamination.
APPLICATION CONDITIONS
Do not apply if material, substrate or ambient temperature is below 40°F (4°C) or above
110°F (43°C). The substrate must be at least 5°F (3°C) above the dew point. Relative
humidity should be below 90%.
ROLL APPLICATION
Manufacturer: Wooster® Pro/Doo-Z ¼"- ½" nap
 Keep roll wet. Roll in one direction, rewet, then cross roll.
BRUSH APPLICATION
Manufacturer: Wooster® China Bristle - 3”-4” brush
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SPRAY APPLICATION
Manufacturers listed below are a guide. Others may be used. Changes in tip size or
pressure may be required to achieve proper application.
Conventional Spray
Spray Gun:
Fluid Nozzle:
Pot Pressure:
Atomizing Pressure
Air Cap:
Binks
2001
63PSS
DeVilbiss
JGA
E (1.8)
63PR
704
Binks
Mach 1
94 (1.4)
97AP
DeVilbiss
GTi
1.4
2000
SATA
K3RP
1.1
25
36
HVLP Spray
Spray Gun:
Fluid Nozzle:
Air Cap:
Airless Spray
Pump:
Graco Extreme 33:1
Airless Gun:
Graco 207945
Fluid Hose:
3/8" x 50' max.
Tips:
414-617
Minimum pressure to avoid fingering: 2400 psi min.
Application Notes

Some colors may require multiple coats and higher film build to achieve complete hiding

Epoxies chalk with extended exposure to sunlight. Lack of ventilation, incomplete
mixing, mis-catalyzation or the use of heaters that emit carbon dioxide and carbon
monoxide during application and initial stages of curing may cause yellowing to occur.
CLEAN UP THINNERS
T-8054 or MEK
DRY TIMES
Cure Time At Recommended Thickness 2 mils DTF @ 50% RH
To Touch
Tack Free (Zapon)
To Handle
To Recoat
Full Cure
77°F (25°C)
3 hours
7 hours
16 hours
16 hours
7 Days
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Maximum Service Temperature
Volume Solids
Weight Solids
Theoretical Coverage Per Gallon
Up to:
250°F (121°C) Continuous
(light colors will yellow)
300°F (148°C) Intermittent
61% ± 2%
74% ± 2%
978 ft² (24.0 m²/L) @ 1 mil DFT
489 ft² (11.39 m²/L) @ 2 mils suggested DFT
Material losses during mixing and application will vary and must be taken into consideration
when estimating job requirements.
Weight Per Gallon
AXALTA CORLAR® 2.8 HG™
10.7 lbs./gal ± 0.2%
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Shipping Weight (approximate)
Suggested Film Thickness:
1 gallon container: 13 (base) / 9 (activator);
5 gallon container: 66 (base) / 42 (activator)
3 mils (75 μm) wet
2 mils (50 μm) dry
Application by brush and roller may require additional coats to achieve recommended films
thickness.
Flash Point:
Corlar 2.8 HG Bases
Corlar VG-026
Gloss:
Package Size:
Shelf Life:
> 100°F (38°C)
20-73°F (-7 to 23°C)
High (90 @ 60° angle)
1 & 5 gallon containers
12 months minimum
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Store in a dry, well-ventilated area. Storage conditions should be between -30°F (-34°C)
and 120°F (48°C).
Corlar 2.8 HG may settle. Agitate before each use and intermittently while sitting in storage.
VOC REGULATIONS
VOC (Theoretical less water and exempt compounds).
%
VOC
Condition
Thinner
Max
(lbs/gal)*
Normal
None
2.8
Hot/Windy
T-8054
20
3.5
VOC
(g/l)*
336
420
*VOC varies with color. Reported values are averages, when mixed with Corlar VG-026
Activator.
These directions refer to the use of products which may be restricted or require special
mixing instructions in VOC regulated areas. Follow mixing usage and recommendations in
the VOC Compliant Products Chart for your area.
ASTM INFORMATION
Physical properties are for a system of Corlar LV-A™/Corlar 2.1 ST™ and Corlar 2.8 HG.
For other system results, contact Axalta Coating Systems.
Paint System:
Corlar LV-A | Corlar 2.1 ST | Corlar 2.8 HG
6AL90P | 25P | 26P
Type | Color:
epoxy mastic aluminum/epoxy gray/epoxy white
DFT:
5/5/5
Salt Fog (ASTM B117)
1000 hours
no rusting, no blisters
2000 hours
no rusting, no blisters
3000 hours
no rusting, no blisters, no
undercutting at the scribe
Relative Humidity (ASTM D2247)
1000 hours
no rusting, no blisters
2000 hours
no rusting, no blisters
3000 hours
no rusting, no blisters
Dry Heat (ASTM D2485)
250°F for 24 hours no cracking, no blisters, no
loss of adhesion, very
slight discoloration
Electrical Resistance (ASTM D2457):
1.1X10^16
Adhesion (ASTM D4521 A2):
1875 psi
cohesive failure within the
primer
Cleveland Cond (ASTM D4585):
1000 hours
no rusting, no blisters, no
delamination
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UV Con (ASTM D4587)*
3000 hours
Evaluation
Impact (ASTM D2794):
Mandrel Bend (ASTM D522):
Taber Abrasion (ASTM D4060):
Gloss before exposure 92.9
Gloss after exposure 2.1 chalking
no rusting, no blisters, no
delamination
4 inch pounds
% Elongation - 0%
weight loss in grams - 0.18
*8 hour UV @ 50°C, 4 hour condensation @ 40°C, gloss readings @ 60°
SAFETY AND HANDLING
For industrial use only by professional, trained painters. Not for sale to or use by the general
public. Before using, read and follow all label and MSDS precautions. If mixed with other
components, mixture will have hazards of all components.
Ready to use paint materials containing isocyanates can cause irritation of the respiratory
organs and hypersensitive reactions. Asthma sufferers, those with allergies and anyone with
a history of respiratory complaints must not be asked to work with products containing
isocyanates.
Do not sand, flame cut, braze or weld dry coating without a NIOSH approved air purifying
respirator with particulate filters or appropriate ventilation, and gloves.
All technical advice, recommendations and services are rendered by the Seller gratis. They are based
on technical data which the Seller believes to be reliable, and are intended for professional use by
persons having skill and know-how at their own discretion and risk. Seller assumes no responsibility for
results obtained or damages incurred from their use by Buyer in whole or in part. Such
recommendations, technical advice or services are not to be taken as a license to operate under or
intended to suggest infringement of any existing patent.
Revised: January 2015
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